TN Visa Embedded Jobs
Embedded engineering roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst and Engineer categories, giving Canadian and Mexican professionals a cap-free, lottery-free path to U.S. employment. Canadians can secure status at the border in a single day. Mexican nationals use consular processing.
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Sr Staff Embedded Software Engineer leads the development, verification, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to FDA-compliant design control procedures. They provide technical leadership, mentoring, and strategic advice, working independently to identify new technologies and implement process improvements. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, they ensure high-quality software delivery and contribute to the full development life cycle from specification to support.
What you will do:
- Lead software development, verification, and validation for embedded bio wearable products, ensuring on-time delivery within budget.
- Implement FDA-compliant design control procedures.
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring for embedded software projects.
- Ensure high-quality software delivery within schedule constraints.
- Own technical aspects of C-based software products.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and consultants on product development.
- Interact with QA engineers to ensure software quality.
- Utilize appropriate tools and techniques for productivity and code quality.
- Research technical issues and propose solutions.
- Participate in full development life cycle from specification to support.
- Resolve significant technical issues and provide strategic advice.
- Lead technical teams and develop cross-functional networks.
- Adjust priorities and collaborate within team environments to meet project objectives.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10+ years of experience, Master’s Degree with 7+ years of related experience, or Ph.D. with 2+ years of related experience in Computer Science, Engineering Mathematics, or related field
- Good knowledge of software engineering principles required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
- Programming experience in C programming languages required
- Experience with structured software development and/or Object Modeling Design experience required
- Experience with software development of embedded systems for safety-critical products required
- Strong debugging techniques and experience on using debugger in an embedded environment is required
- Excellent troubleshooting skills
- Knowledgeable of device driver and low-level device interface design and development is required
- Experience in model-based design (UML or SysML), is highly desirable
- Detailed experience with medical device development processes and FDA 510K and PMA regulatory requirement
- Good knowledge of and experience in RF and WiFi software design, device driver configuration, and test is preferred
- Preferred team leadership experience and demonstrated mentorship capabilities
- Experience with Source Control Management is highly preferred
- Experience with testing embedded devices is a strong plus
COMPENSATION
- The base pay for this position is $130,700.00 – $261,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
INTRODUCTION
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Sr Staff Embedded Software Engineer leads the development, verification, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to FDA-compliant design control procedures. They provide technical leadership, mentoring, and strategic advice, working independently to identify new technologies and implement process improvements. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, they ensure high-quality software delivery and contribute to the full development life cycle from specification to support.
What you will do:
- Lead software development, verification, and validation for embedded bio wearable products, ensuring on-time delivery within budget.
- Implement FDA-compliant design control procedures.
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring for embedded software projects.
- Ensure high-quality software delivery within schedule constraints.
- Own technical aspects of C-based software products.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and consultants on product development.
- Interact with QA engineers to ensure software quality.
- Utilize appropriate tools and techniques for productivity and code quality.
- Research technical issues and propose solutions.
- Participate in full development life cycle from specification to support.
- Resolve significant technical issues and provide strategic advice.
- Lead technical teams and develop cross-functional networks.
- Adjust priorities and collaborate within team environments to meet project objectives.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10+ years of experience, Master’s Degree with 7+ years of related experience, or Ph.D. with 2+ years of related experience in Computer Science, Engineering Mathematics, or related field
- Good knowledge of software engineering principles required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
- Programming experience in C programming languages required
- Experience with structured software development and/or Object Modeling Design experience required
- Experience with software development of embedded systems for safety-critical products required
- Strong debugging techniques and experience on using debugger in an embedded environment is required
- Excellent troubleshooting skills
- Knowledgeable of device driver and low-level device interface design and development is required
- Experience in model-based design (UML or SysML), is highly desirable
- Detailed experience with medical device development processes and FDA 510K and PMA regulatory requirement
- Good knowledge of and experience in RF and WiFi software design, device driver configuration, and test is preferred
- Preferred team leadership experience and demonstrated mentorship capabilities
- Experience with Source Control Management is highly preferred
- Experience with testing embedded devices is a strong plus
COMPENSATION
- The base pay for this position is $130,700.00 – $261,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Embedded
Document your embedded systems specialization explicitly
TN officers evaluate whether your degree and job duties align with a recognized USMCA occupation. Gather transcripts, project portfolios, and employer letters that name specific embedded technologies like RTOS, firmware, or bare-metal programming rather than generic software development.
Target employers experienced with visa sponsorship
Defense contractors, automotive OEMs, and semiconductor manufacturers routinely hire embedded engineers on TN status. These employers have recent experience with work visa sponsorship, so they understand the TN process—having your employer prepare a support letter for presentation at the U.S. border or consulate—and won't confuse it with more complex visa categories, which reduces delays in the offer-to-start timeline for you.
Clarify your occupation category before applying
Embedded roles can qualify under Engineer or Computer Systems Analyst depending on how duties are framed. Confirm which category your job description supports before reaching the offer stage, since switching categories after a denial requires restarting the process entirely.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-sponsoring embedded employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify companies actively filing TN petitions for embedded and hardware roles. This narrows your applications to employers already set up to sponsor, saving weeks you'd otherwise spend educating recruiters about TN eligibility.
Prepare your offer letter to satisfy CBP requirements
Canadian professionals entering at the border need an offer letter that states your title, duties, wage, and that the position is temporary. CBP officers adjudicate TN on the spot, so gaps or vague language in the letter are the most common cause of same-day denials.
Understand the Mexican consular timeline before accepting an offer
Mexican nationals must schedule a U.S. consular appointment, which can take several weeks depending on post availability. Build that timeline into your start date negotiation so employers aren't surprised by a gap between offer acceptance and your first day.
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Find Embedded JobsEmbedded TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an embedded engineering role actually qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, embedded roles typically qualify under either the Engineer or Computer Systems Analyst category depending on how duties are described. The key is that the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science. Roles focused on firmware, RTOS, or hardware-software integration generally pass this test, but the offer letter and your credentials must clearly support the chosen category.
How does TN visa sponsorship for embedded roles compare to H-1B?
For embedded engineers, TN has significant structural advantages over H-1B. There is no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian nationals, and no lengthy USCIS petition process. Canadians can be admitted at a port of entry the same day they present their offer letter. H-1B requires filing months in advance, surviving a random lottery, and waiting for an October 1 start date. The tradeoff is that TN is nonimmigrant and does not directly lead to a green card.
How do I find embedded employers who are set up to sponsor TN visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces employers with recent visa filings who hire for technical roles, so you're not cold-applying to companies that will delay or reject your candidacy once they learn visa sponsorship is involved. Filtering by role type and visa category gets you to relevant employers faster than general job boards.
Can I switch embedded employers while on TN status?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific, so you cannot start with a new employer before obtaining authorization for that employer. Canadians can get a new TN approved at the border when starting the new role. Mexican nationals need a new consular appointment. If you're already in the U.S., you can also file a change of employer with USCIS, though that adds processing time you should account for in your transition planning.
What documentation should I collect before pursuing TN sponsorship as an embedded professional?
You'll need official transcripts showing a qualifying degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field, along with a detailed offer letter from your U.S. employer. If your embedded experience is the primary basis for qualification, gather reference letters that name specific technologies and project outcomes. Mexican nationals also need a valid passport with sufficient validity and any prior U.S. visa or entry documents for the consular interview.
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